So we had a good time in Puerto Vallarta.  Lots of fish tacos, plenty of sun, and good snorkeling.  However, I no longer recommend traveling there.  We were constantly hounded by street and beach vendors selling all kinds of stuff we didn’t need.  They don’t quit at “No” either.  We couldn’t even get out of the airport without getting sales pitches left and right for timeshares.  We were left with the feeling that the whole city is rigged to squeeze you for more money.  I realize they make a living that way, but I am sure there are better jobs out there.  Or maybe not.  Other than that, we had a good time.

Things in the shop are progressing to the point we actually can handle in-store customers without them tripping over boxes.  We hired a few great employees to help us get things done faster: Carlos, Tim, and Shidasha.  They are all bringing a unique flair to our store and they are working hard to make the store even better than it was last year.

The past couple weeks brought cooler weather and we are all getting ants in our pants over the upcoming season.  I am trying to get fully decked out with Level Nine Sports gear from head to toe.  I’ll hopefully be sporting the following, so keep an eye out when you are skiing Snowbird or Powder Mountain:
Scott Messenger goggles,
Download Jacket and Pants,
Head S 12 boots,
Free Flex 20 Bindings,
Ninthward First Blood skis.

I’ll be able to tell you first hand how these products rate.  Although, I am confident they already rock.